Engineering Manager, Client Systems

Kforce is seeking an Engineering Manager, Client Systems in New York, NY. This role involves leading a global team of full-stack engineers to design and deliver a secure, scalable, cloud-native client engagement platform. Key responsibilities include architecting solutions on AWS, defining technical roadmaps, innovating with new technologies, and ensuring engineering excellence. The ideal candidate will have 10+ years of experience with React, TypeScript, Node.js, Terraform, and modern CI/CD pipelines, along with strong leadership and product thinking skills.

Must Have

• Manage a global team of full-stack engineers building secure, high-performing digital products.
• Design end-to-end, cloud-native solutions (AWS) that are performant, resilient, and secure.
• Define the technical roadmap and execution strategy in partnership with product leaders.
• Introduce new technologies and frameworks that drive measurable impact.
• Champion engineering excellence, automation, testing discipline, and CI/CD adoption.
• 10+ years of experience designing and developing enterprise-grade applications.
• Deep knowledge of AWS cloud architecture and secure, Internet-facing applications.
• Hands-on experience with React, TypeScript, Node.js, Terraform, and modern CI/CD pipelines.
• Proven leadership experience mentoring engineers and managing cross-functional teams.
• Strong understanding of data modeling (SQL/NoSQL), performance optimization, and modern DevOps practices.
• Ability to communicate technical strategy clearly to business stakeholders and senior leadership.
• A passion for product thinking with user experience and business impact in mind.

Perks & Benefits

• Competitive base salary, annual bonus, and equity (RSUs) aligned with firm performance.
• Work alongside elite engineers, product strategists, and executives shaping next-generation digital infrastructure.
• Build in a modern AWS, React, and TypeScript ecosystem.
• Your work directly enhances client engagement and drives business growth.
• Join a team that values innovation, accountability, and shared success.
• Comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance.
• Paid time off for salaried personnel.

Kforce has a client that is seeking an Engineering Manager, Client Systems in New York, NY. The client offers a strong compensation package; Base + Bonus + RSUs; and excellent benefits.

Summary:

Are you a hands-on engineering leader passionate about building secure, scalable, and beautifully designed platforms that clients love? Join a world-class technology organization driving digital transformation across global investment, credit, and real assets businesses. We are seeking an Engineering Manager to lead the design and delivery of our flagship client engagement platform - a modern, cloud-native system that empowers institutional investors to interact seamlessly with our firm.

Key Tasks:

• Lead & Inspire: Manage a global team of full-stack engineers building secure, high-performing digital products used by clients and internal stakeholders
• Architect for Scale: Design end-to-end, cloud-native solutions (AWS) that are performant, resilient, and secure by design
• Shape the Future: Define the technical roadmap and execution strategy in partnership with product leaders and senior executives
• Innovate with Purpose: Introduce new technologies and frameworks that drive measurable impact-across data, UX, and integration layers
• Ensure Quality: Champion engineering excellence, automation, testing discipline, and CI/CD adoption

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience designing and developing enterprise-grade applications
• Deep knowledge of AWS cloud architecture and secure, Internet-facing applications
• Hands-on experience with React, TypeScript, Node.js, Terraform, and modern CI/CD pipelines
• Proven leadership experience mentoring engineers and managing cross-functional teams
• Strong understanding of data modeling (SQL/NoSQL), performance optimization, and modern DevOps practices
• Ability to communicate technical strategy clearly to business stakeholders and senior leadership
• A passion for product thinking-you build with user experience and business impact in mind

Why Join Us:

• Exceptional Compensation: Competitive base salary, annual bonus, and equity (RSUs) aligned with firm performance
• Career Growth: Work alongside elite engineers, product strategists, and executives shaping next-generation digital infrastructure
• Cutting-Edge Tech Stack: Build in a modern AWS, React, and TypeScript ecosystem
• Impact & Visibility: Your work directly enhances client engagement and drives business growth
• Collaborative Culture: Join a team that values innovation, accountability, and shared success

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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